YOKOHAMA, Japan — Japan’s blistering late-summer heat wave isn’t letting up: Daytime highs have blasted past 35 C in some parts of the Tokyo metropolitan area. The Environment Ministry and Meteorological Agency have issued heatstroke alerts, urging people to avoid nonessential outings.
Hot deals: Golf course, theme park roll out discounts to keep crowds coming
Arakawa Amusement Park extended its petting zoo hours to 7 p.m. from the usual 3:30 p.m. closing time and showcases nocturnal animals like sloths and armadillos alongside owls and goats. (Arakawa Amusement Park)
REINA MATSUBARA
August 22, 2025 10:43 JST
